hollybroe

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Q: mac-air charger not working. Is it ok to use one that has a different wattage?

My charger is not working. My friend's is a different wattage. Is it ok to use? Mine is 45 watts, hers is 60 watts.

MacBook Air, Mac OS X (10.7.5)

Posted on Mar 25, 2014 10:45 AM

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by FoxFifth,

FoxFifth Mar 25, 2014 11:07 AM in response to hollybroe
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iPhone

Mar 25, 2014 11:07 AM in response to hollybroe

It is OK to use a larger wattage charger.
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by dominic23,

dominic23 Mar 25, 2014 11:08 AM in response to hollybroe
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Mac OS X

Mar 25, 2014 11:08 AM in response to hollybroe

Power Adapter/ cord wattage
“Power adapters for Intel-based Apple notebooks are available in 45W, 60W, and 85W varieties. Although you should always use the proper wattage adapter for your Apple notebook, you can use an adapter of a higher wattage without issue.”
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2346
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